...Pulliam, coaxed me, almost against my will, into learning the rules ... all the better to break them. Because of her influence, I pursued English as my major in college and, after graduating, became a copy editor for a newspaper. I have made it my task in life to assist in the creation of clear... (read more)
...A little about me: I have been in education for over 15 years. For most of this time, I have taught English Language Learners (ELLS) as a Highly Qualified Teacher (HQT) with a license in ESL for K-12 students(I have also taught adults). With a love for learning about different cultures, many of ... (read more)
...My first teaching job was at a local community college teaching ESL, but I also taught GED prep, Freshman Seminar, Anger Management, and several levels of freshman English while I was an instructor there. Coinciding with my work at the community college, I became a high school English teacher, teaching grades 9-12. I really enjoyed the energy and curiosity of my high school students. (read more)
After 20+ years in media sales, I decided to transition into teaching so went back to school to earn an alternative license in elementary education. I currently hold a lateral entry license to teach Kindergarten through 6th grade. I tutored 2nd grade students last year in reading so am familiar with the 2nd grade language arts curriculum. (read more)